Interpersonal Therapists in Northbrook, IL

As a clinical social worker, I see myself as a coach, working to reduce anxiety by identifying the patterns that have created problems and stress in your life and formulating a plan for change. I believe change is possible at any age or stage of life. As a certified Parenting Effectiveness Instructor, I can support parents in improving communication with their children, reducing power struggles and managing their own anxiety to become more confident and effective.

I offer comfort, counsel and clarity to individuals and families facing medical illness, grief, loss and bereavement, and/or life transitions. Companioning folks on these journeys allows me to help them lessen their sense of isolation, to help identify and utilize their strengths, and to manage difficult emotions. Frequently clients are overwhelmed and need help sorting through stressful feelings and situations. Once that is accomplished, much progress is made. In life transitions, identifying and touching the emotions and then re-establishing a life-plan are often the primary goals, crafted to the client's unique needs.

Do you feel that anxiety, stress and panic are taking a toll on you body and the mind? My approach to therapy is to create a safe space where you can explore and heal the difficult and painful issues that are showing up in your life. Together we will move beyond problem-solving into releasing the mistaken beliefs and core unresolved issues behind your symptoms. My body-centered and mindfulness approach allows me to work directly with your nervous system to address symptoms like anxiety, racing thoughts, and irrational fears as well as feeling stuck, depressed and unavailable or unresponsive to life and relationships.

I am effective in helping adults young and old who struggle with anxiety, depression and low self-worth, and self-defeating patterns in their lives. Sometimes we feel too overwhelmed, ashamed, or discouraged to deal with these parts of ourselves, and need the help of an attuned listener to understand and work through our problems. The process of talking about your thoughts, feelings, and experiences within a trusting therapeutic relationship helps relieve emotional distress and increases your capacity to manage difficult feelings.

With two decades of experience, I support women facing stress, anxiety, depression, and loss. Pregnancy and the postpartum period are often overwhelming, and I am dedicated to guiding you through it. If you find that aspects of your own childhood are influencing your parenting, particularly narcissistic dynamics, I am here to offer tailored support.

I am a seasoned Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 34 years of clinical experience in various settings, including a mental health center, a college, a psychiatric hospital, a family service agency and private practice. I provided individual, couples and family therapy in these settings. I offer clients a supportive environment, enabling them to overcome a wide variety of challenges in their relationships and life situations. My therapeutic approach is tailored to the unique needs of each individual, blending psychodynamic, attachment and family systems treatment. I have extensive experience with clients of all ages and various backgrounds. Brief treatment is available. Medicare provider.

Are you navigating identity concerns or your relationships with others and may be wondering what a healthy friendship or relationship looks like for you? Maybe you just feel “off” and can’t pinpoint if it is anxiety, stress, fear or something on the other end of the spectrum. Though you may be navigating these concerns, you are willing to take a closer look at how it is impacting your life and you want to learn how to do more than cope, you want to thrive. You want to be able to understand what you are experiencing and how you may advocate for yourself within the counseling space and outside of it.

Whether you are generally feeling anxious, dealing with major life transitions, have difficulties with relationships, or just not "feeling yourself", I can help you move forward. I focus on helping people feel less overwhelmed and in a supportive environment, we can work together to understand what is going on for you and then we focus on defining the changes you want. I am an experienced therapist described by my clients and other professionals as warm, with an uncanny knack to quickly help people get "unstuck" and move forward in their lives. Please read the many articles on my website to see if they resonate with what you need.

I have been in private practice for 40+ years, having earned my Masters and Doctorate from Illinois Institute of Technology and my clinical license from the State of Illinois in 1973. Having been in active practice for this long, I have had the privilege of studying under some of the most significant figures in psychology in the Midwest. Gaining feedback from clients over the years on their outcomes allowed me to hone my skills as a diagnostician and clinician. Applying this knowledge and learning from the outcomes has allowed me to increase my success rate with my patients. I utilize an eclectic approach to therapies and treatment

I am a licensed clinical psychologist and have been in private practice since 1998. I am the co-founder of Lakeshore Psychology Group (click on the website link to learn more). I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families struggling with a range of issues. I provide a safe environment to help people feel at ease discussing their thoughts and feelings. My style of therapy is interactive, engaging and direct. I have been described as genuine, accessible, caring, empathic, and an advocate for my clients. I work collaboratively with my clients to help them find the necessary tools to grow, develop, and achieve their goals.

If you're thinking about therapy, you're taking a brave, active step toward positive change. This might be hard to see right now, when things may not be going so well, but that's how a good helping professional interprets your call for support--as evidence of your wisdom and strength. Perhaps you're thinking about therapy for reasons like these: uncomfortable feelings that just won't go away (dissatisfaction, emptiness, anger, or "overwhelm"); relationship problems; challenging life shifts or situations; problematic or self-harming behaviors; frustrating, unexplained aches and pains; or questions about identity, image, and meaning.

Life can be hard, but everything is easier with the right support. Maybe you’re dissatisfied with a relationship. Maybe you’re unhappy at work. Maybe you’re uncomfortable in your own skin. Having someone to talk to can make all the difference. People are extremely resilient, and I believe we all have the capacity for growth and positive change at any point in our lives. By tapping into your unique strengths, we can work together and create your best life—one that’s filled with peace, meaning and happiness.

As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate (LMFTA), I am dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges and cultivate healthier relationships. I specialize in providing compassionate and effective therapy to address a wide range of issues, including communication problems, conflict resolution, intimacy issues, parenting struggles, and mental health concerns. My approach to therapy is collaborative, empathetic, and solution-focused. I believe in creating a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions freely, while improving their overall wellbeing.

Welcome. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. My view of therapy is that you are your own best expert. As Carl Rogers said, “As no one else can know how we perceive, we are the best experts on ourselves”. My role is to help empower you to overcome the obstacles that have been impeding you from making the changes necessary to meet your goals and live your best life.

I am passionate about working closely with clients across the lifespan struggling with a range of personal issues. I strive to provide a safe emotional environment to help clients feel at ease discussing their concerns. My therapeutic work is interactive and engaging, with the goal of meeting clients where they are ready to do some of their hardest and most meaningful emotional work. I have been described as authentic, direct, empathic, and pride myself on being a strong advocate for my clients. I often work collaboratively with parents & schools to help my clients attain the necessary tools to grow, heal, and achieve their goals.

Life has a way of presenting us with a multitude of challenges that can leave you feeling stuck. These struggles can manifest in various ways, making each day feel like a never-ending battle. Perhaps you find yourself constantly grappling with the weight of stress or are feeling weighed down by past traumas. Maybe you're wrestling with anxiety, those persistent worries that never seem to quiet down. Or you might be experiencing the looming cloud of depression, making it difficult to find joy in even the simplest of moments. The most important thing to remember is that you don't have to navigate these challenges alone.

Therapy can be a radically liberating process, and I believe our personal and inner healing work is part of the larger social justice movements we participate in for our mutual liberation. As a queer person myself, I tend to work with other LGBTQ+ people exploring and expanding their sexualities and gender identities. As someone involved in radical politics, I offer validation and therapeutic solidarity to abolitionists and activists across the spectrum of liberation movements. And as a person with mental illness, I offer a dignified and person-centered approach to caring for our most sensitive personal issues and life challenges.

What would it feel like to be kinder to yourself? To lessen the self-judgment. To be able to express sadness, disappointment and anger in a caring environment. To no longer feel so alone. I'd like to accompany you on this journey. To hear and validate you. To work together toward developing more empowering coping and communication strategies for you individually and within relationships. As you determine our course, I will partner with empathy and stability. So, if together we begin doing this work of your life, I'm confident you'll soon become happier, more peaceful and connected.

Accepting New Clients!- Are you anxious or stressed about transitioning from school to the workforce or struggling with your identity in a new phase of life? Do you want to build confidence or a healthier body image? Are you burning yourself out with no space for self-care? I am passionate about helping young men and women navigate the changes and stresses of adulthood by helping them identify their strengths and build a healthy identity. I support high-achieving women to develop healthy boundaries and self-care. As a perinatal mental health specialist, I treat postpartum mood disorders and support women struggling with infertility.